Associate Cost Controller PTP

Role Overview

The Financial Control & Reporting role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information through effective control procedures and robust reporting mechanisms. The role involves consolidating financial data, preparing management reports, conducting financial modeling, and analyzing both internal and external financial factors to support business decision-making.

This position falls under the Professional Stream, with an emphasis on applying technical and domain expertise. While not primarily people management-focused, the role may involve coaching or mentoring less experienced staff, providing informal supervision, and overseeing specific processes or deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data through effective financial control procedures.
• Consolidate financial information and prepare timely, accurate financial and management reports.
• Perform financial analysis, including profit and loss accounts, financial statements, working capital, costs, pricing, revenues, expenses, and rates of return.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support decision-making and forecasting.
• Analyze external economic conditions and assess their impact on business operations.
• Provide insights and recommendations to influence tactical and strategic business decisions.
• Support process improvements and contribute to the strengthening of internal controls.
• Mentor and guide junior team members where required, ensuring quality and accuracy in deliverables.
  
  

Professional Attributes

• Works independently within defined guidelines and procedures.
• Applies practical methods, techniques, and processes to deliver accurate results.
• Provides solutions by selecting from established alternatives, with escalation of complex matters as required.
• Demonstrates project management capability and the ability to influence peers and stakeholders.
• Contributes to long-term tactical decision-making by leveraging expertise and insights.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional qualification (CA, CPA, CMA, ACCA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Proven experience in financial control, reporting, or a related function.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting standards.
• Proficiency in financial systems, ERP tools, and advanced Excel/financial modeling.
  
  

Leadership Expectations

• Manage day-to-day priorities and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Provide supervision and support on complex tasks where required.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
  
  

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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